- The Mascotte bean is a winner of the All-American Selections, resistant to bean mosaic virus, and is a compact variety ideal for small spaces.
Bean Seeds - Bush - Mascotte
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50 Days to maturity. Phaseolus vulgaris. Mascotte Bush Bean Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, AAS Winner, high yielding, heat tolerant, bush, snap, green bean. Suitable for growing in containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant to Anthracnose, Bean Common Mosaic Virus (race 1), and Halo Blight. One of the few green bean varieties ever to win an All-American Selections award, the Mascotte bush bean is a compact, disease-resistant plant that prolifically produces delicious and tender green beans. It is recommended for a wide variety of gardeners in many climates and growing zones but specifically will be beneficial to those with limited space or who are employing container gardening techniques.
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Growing Mascotte Bush Beans in the Vegetable Garden
To start growing Mascotte Bush Beans, direct sowing is the preferred method since these beans don’t transplant well due to their delicate roots. It’s best to plant them directly into the garden after the last frost, when soil temperatures reach 60-70 F. Sow the seeds about 1 inch deep in well-drained, fertile soil, as beans don’t thrive in soggy conditions. Space the seeds 2-4 inches apart, with rows spaced 12-18 inches to allow good airflow and room for growth. Proper spacing helps reduce the risk of diseases and ensures the plants grow healthy and strong.
Mascotte Bush Beans are rather low-maintenance once planted. Water them deeply once or twice a week, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged, and avoid wetting the leaves to prevent mildew. Beans don’t need much fertilizer, as they fix their own nitrogen, but starting with nutrient-rich soil or mixing in compost can boost growth. Regular weeding and mulching help control weeds and retain soil moisture. Additionally, Mascotte beans benefit from companion planting with crops like corn, cucumbers, carrots, and marigolds, but avoid planting them near onions or garlic, which can hinder their growth.
Harvesting Mascotte Bush Beans
Mascotte is a snap bean variety, meaning you harvest the pods while tender and before the seeds inside fully mature. Typically, you’ll start harvesting about 50 days after planting. The beans are ready when the pods are slender, about 5-6 inches long, and firm to the touch but not bulging with seeds. Pick the beans by gently pulling them off the plant, or use scissors to snip them. Regular harvesting encourages the plant to produce more beans, so pick often! Aim to harvest beans when young and tender for the best flavor and texture.
About Mascotte Bush Bean Garden Seeds
Mascotte beans are primarily used for fresh eating. The tender pods are great for eating raw, adding crunch to salads, or snacking on fresh from the garden. They are also excellent for quick cooking methods like steaming, stir-frying, or sautéing. Because the pods are stringless and tender, they’re a versatile ingredient in many dishes and can even be blanched and frozen for later use.
Mascotte was specifically bred as a container-friendly variety by French breeders, aiming for compact growth, high productivity, and delicious, tender beans that stay stringless.
The name “Mascotte” is a French word that means "lucky charm" or "good luck charm". It is just the thing you need in your garden this year!
Awarded the All-America Selections (AAS) Award in 2014, it is praised for its high yield, compact growth habit, and excellent flavor. What makes Mascotte special is its ability to thrive in containers or small gardens without compromising productivity, making it a perfect choice for urban gardeners or those with limited space.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"While Mascotte is a bush variety and doesn’t need a trellis, it may benefit from some support to keep the pods off the ground, especially if the plants get top-heavy with beans."
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Basic Info
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Latin Name: | Phaseolus vulgaris |
| Mascotte Bush Bean Color: | Green |
| Mascotte Bush Bean Flavor: | Crisp, mild, and sweet. |
Growing Info
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zone: | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Annual Crop: Not Intended to Overwinter |
| Days to Maturity: | 50 |
| Days to Germination: | 5-10 |
| Seeding Depth: | 1 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 4-6 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 12-18 inches |
| Plant Height: | 12-24 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Upright |
| Soil Preference: | Beans prefer well-draining, nutrient-rich, loamy soil with a pH of 6.0-6.8. As light feeders and nitrogen-fixing legumes, beans do not require nitrogen-heavy fertilizers. |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer (70-85 F). |
| Germination Temperature: | 70-90 F |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other Info
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Direct Sow: | Yes, direct sow when soil temperatures are reliably above 60 F. Planting with an inoculant may increase yields, but is certainly not required for a successful grow. |
| Start Indoors: | Not Recommended. Beans grow best without any root disturbance. We recommend direct sowing instead of transplanting. |
| Bean Pollination: | Beans are self-pollinating as they contain both the male and female parts within their flowers, unlike other fruit and vegetable plants. While they are self-pollinating, having a variety of pollinators and flowers around will improve yields by ensuring the greatest chances for pollinating events to occur. |
| Snap or Shell Bean: | Snap - Snap beans have a fleshy edible pod. Snap beans are also commonly referred to as string beans or green beans (though not all snap beans are green). They are called snap beans because they make a snapping sound when you break them in half. |
| Pole or Bush Bean: | Bush - Bush beans grow on low-growing, compact, upright, bushy plants that typically do not need a trellis, pole, or other support. Bush beans are usually favorable to container growing. |
| Bean Sub-Type: | Not Applicable. |
| Plant Width: | 8-12 inches |
| Growth Speed: | Early - Ready for harvest around 45-65 days. |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Pests and Diseases: | Resistant to Anthracnose, Bean Common Mosaic Virus (race 1), and Halo Blight. Beans are susceptible to beetles, aphids, spider mites, and cutworms. Look for signs of chewing, curling leaves, eggs on the undersides of leaves, and leaf discoloration. Keeping your bean plants clean from dust build-up and surrounded by a variety of plants to help deter and prevent pest damage. Beans are also susceptible to powdery mildew, bean blight, rust, and root rot. Maintain a regular watering schedule that avoids overly saturated soil. The roots need adequate time to air out between watering. This will also help prevent common fungal and bacterial diseases from developing. Good air circulation and applying water to the ground rather than the leaves will help maintain healthy bean plant growth. |
| Garden Size: | Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container |
| Bean Use: | Fresh, salads, snacking, steaming, sauteeing, stir-frying, blanching, etc. |
| Climate Tolerance: | Heat, Drought |
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